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Filing a Joint Declaration with EPFO just became convenient. 

No more uploading your Driving License, Passport, Voter ID, or PAN card manually. EPFO has rolled out DigiLocker integration for document fetch—allowing members to directly pull verified documents while submitting a Joint Declaration.


What Is a Joint Declaration?

It’s the official process through which EPFO members request corrections in their PF records—like name, date of birth, father's name, or joining/leaving dates. Until now, this required uploading scanned copies of identity proofs, which often got rejected due to:


What’s Changed?

You can now fetch documents directly from DigiLocker instead of uploading them. This includes:


Benefits for You

✅ No more upload failures due to file size or format

✅ No rejections due to unclear scans

✅ Faster processing of your Joint Declaration

✅ Trusted government-verified documents used automatically

✅ Less paperwork and stress


How It Works

  1. Log in to the EPFO Unified Member Portal
  2. Go to the Joint Declaration section
  3. Select the particular member ID where the correction is required.
  4. Do the correction (make sure its correct)
  5. Choose “Fetch from DigiLocker” while uploading supporting documents
  6. If No- you will have to upload 2 documents as a proof.
  7. If yes- then only a single document will be required as a proof.

  1. Upload the document for proof
  2. Authenticate with OTP
  3. And submit the same


Why This Matters

For lakhs of members, Joint Declarations are the gateway to correcting errors that block PF withdrawals or transfers. But small upload issues used to derail the entire process.

This DigiLocker upgrade eliminates human error, improves accuracy, and saves precious time for both members and EPFO officials.


New: Check Your PF Balance via DigiLocker

In addition to document fetching, EPFO has also enabled DigiLocker users to check their PF balance directly through DigiLocker.

To do this:


New: Access Your PPO (Pension Payment Order) via DigiLocker

EPS pensioners can now download their Pension Payment Order (PPO) directly via DigiLocker — accessible on both the mobile app and website.

This gives pensioners access to their official PPO document in a secure, digital format, without needing to visit an EPFO office or dig through old paperwork.


Other Simplifications brought under Joint Declaration.


1. UAN Categorization for Simplified Process

EPFO has classified members into 3 categories for easier processing:


2. Minimal Document Requirements


3. Faster Processing with Online Approval Flow


4. Offline Process for Special Cases

For members falling in Category C (non-Aadhaar-linked, deceased, or working in closed establishments):

These upgrades reflect a major shift by EPFO toward making the Joint Declaration process more digital-first, error-free, and member-friendly. Whether you're correcting your name, updating your date of joining, or fixing an exit date to process your PF withdrawal—these changes mean fewer delays and greater transparency.

If you’re planning to file a Joint Declaration soon:


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EPFO now integrates DigiLocker for Joint Declaration, allowing direct fetch of verified documents, reducing upload errors and speeding processing. Members categorized by UAN status to simplify corrections, with Aadhaar-linked accounts enjoying faster, online approvals without employer intervention. Additional DigiLocker features include checking PF balance and downloading PPO digitally, enhancing convenience for members and pensioners.

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Yes, but each correction must have valid supporting proof linked through DigiLocker or documents.

","_id":"69946c512eb8014fa9440f75"},{"question":"What if my company has shut down?","answer":"

You can file offline and get documents attested by an EPFO PRO officer.

","_id":"69946c512eb8014fa9440f76"},{"question":"Is DigiLocker mandatory?","answer":"

No, but without it you must upload multiple documents manually.

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